Our Team
In Des Moines, the S’s may be silent, but our team represents the region loud and proud. Whether you need help planning an event, a vacation, or just filling out your Des Moines bucket list, we would love to hear from you!
Meet Our Staff
Shannon Winters, CDME, SHRM-CP
Shannon Winters, CDME, SHRM-CP
Vice President of Finance & Human Resources
Laura McNichols
Laura McNichols
Director of Administration & Technology
Carolyn Andersen, CMP
Carolyn Andersen, CMP
Sales & Project Manager
Kelly Smith, CMP
Kelly Smith, CMP
Director of Convention Sales
Caylie Hickman
Caylie Hickman
National Sales Manager (Agriculture)
Amber Smith
Amber Smith
National Sales Manager (Health & Medical, Government, Professional Association)
Ben Handfelt
Ben Handfelt
Director of Creative & Communications
Claire Strickland
Claire Strickland
Web & Social Media Specialist
